​​Summary

​The Handbook for Nurses and Midwives: Responding effectively to people who use alcohol and other drugs provides clear, consistent and detailed pathways for:

  • screening and assessment
  • identifying and responding to acute and chronic physical and mental health risks
  • managing associated risks
  • care planning and care coordination; and
  • transfer of care
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File Link: Handbook for Nurses and Midwives; Responding effectively to people who use alcohol and other drugs
File Size: 1125 kb
Type: Guideline
Date of Publication: 24 May 2021
Author: Centre for Alcohol and Other Drugs
ISBN: 978-1-76081-740-4
SHPN: (CPH) 210385